Description
Delicious and easy-to-make stuffed mushrooms featuring a savory filling of chopped mushroom stems, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and olive oil, baked to golden perfection. Perfect as an appetizer or side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
Mushrooms
- 12 large mushrooms
Stuffing
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the stuffed mushrooms evenly.
- Prepare mushrooms: Remove the stems from the mushrooms carefully and finely chop the stems for the stuffing mixture.
- Make the stuffing: In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped mushroom stems, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
- Stuff the mushrooms: Fill each mushroom cap generously with the prepared stuffing mixture and arrange them evenly on a baking sheet.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the tops are slightly golden.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve the stuffed mushrooms hot, perfect as an appetizer or side dish.
Notes
- Use fresh, firm mushrooms for the best texture and flavor.
- For a crispier topping, sprinkle a little extra Parmesan cheese on top before baking.
- You can add chopped herbs like parsley or thyme to the stuffing for added flavor.
- To make it vegetarian, ensure the breadcrumbs do not contain any animal products.
- Serve immediately after baking for best taste and texture.
